Tuning KeysThe headstock of the Custom Shop Slash “Appetite for Destruction” Les Paul carries a set of Kluson-style, green-tulip button nickel tuners, which provide a classic look in line with the model’s lineage, and smooth, robust performance, with an efficient 12:1 turn ratio. Trussrod CoverThe truss rod cover on the Custom Shop Slash “Appetite for Destruction” Les Paul follows the period-correct “antique bell” shape of the originals, and is made from black and white vinyl plastic. Strap ButtonsAccording to Slash’s preference, the Custom Shop Slash “Appetite for Destruction” Les Paul is provided with strap locks, making it ready to rock. PickguardThe guitar carries no pickguard, to emulate the look of Slash's favorite Les Pauls, from which the pickguards have traditionally been removed.

BridgeIn the image of its predecessor, the Custom Shop Slash “Appetite for Destruction” Les Paul carries a die-cast zinc Tune-o-matic (ABR-1) bridge that is plated in aged nickel. This bridge provides a firm seating for the strings, allowing the player to adjust and fine-tune the intonation and string height in a matter of minutes. It also yields excellent coupling between strings and body, maximizing resonance, tone and sustain. TailpieceAn aged nickel-plated aluminum stopbar tailpiece keeps things tight at the tail end. Control KnobsThe Custom Shop Slash “Appetite for Destruction” Les Paul carries translucent amber top-hat knobs.StringsThe Custom Shop Slash “Appetite for Destruction” Les Paul is fitted with vintage strings, sizes .010 - .046.